Report: Private House Dem Polls Predict More Gains In 2008
Robert Novak: "Private House Democratic polls of the 50 most competitive congressional districts project a gain of 9 to 11 seats in the 2008 elections that would be an unprecedented further surge by the party following its 2006 gain of 30 seats that won control of the House."

DNC Refuses To Sanction June Debate
The Hotline reports that the DNC is standing firm on their vow not to sanction any debates until July. Since Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton have pledged to abide by the DNC's schedule, then it's very likely that an upcoming June debate in New Hampshire will feature all the candidates except Clinton and Obama — which could potentially benefit John Edwards, Bill Richardson and other candidates. (This past week's South Carolina debate was agreed to before this rule was established.)

Fred Thompson: U.S. Should Aid Revolution In Iran
The Associated Press reports that Fred Thompson said the United States should give aid to anti-government efforts in Iran, accusing Iran of "playing a large part in killing our soldiers" in Iraq. Referring to Iranian dissidents, Thompson said, "There is a chance they may mobilize themselves, and we need to assist them if that happens."

Clinton Campaign Hits Obama On Terror Response
The Washington Post reports that Hillary Clinton's campaign sees an opening in Barack Obama's response to a question at Thursday's debate about a hypothetical terrorist attack, when Obama focussed on helping the victims and gave only slight mention to retaliation. "Hillary was the candidate who demonstrated that she would know how to respond if the country was attacked," the Clinton campaign is saying.

Dem Candidates Work Clyburn Event
The New York Times reports that the Democratic candidates spent yesterday at House Majority Whip Jim Clyburn's (D-SC) fish fry event, following Thursday night's debate with up close, retail politics. The Times noted another important element of the event: "The political purpose is clear: few candidates dare to miss it, considering they are working to win Mr. Clyburn’s endorsement."

McCain Chokes Up While Hearing Troop Story In Iowa
The Des Moines Register reports that John McCain succumbed to a strong showing of emotion when hearing from a woman about her son serving in Iraq. "I know you pray every night - and we will too," McCain said. While admitting, "I don't claim to be immune to sentimentality," McCain is nevertheless sticking with his support of Bush Administration policies.

Millender-McDonald Funeral To See Large Congressional Turnout
The Hill reports that the late Congresswoman Juanita Millender-McDonald's (D-CA) funeral on Monday will see a large turnout of 95 members of Congress, who will be transported to the funeral on military aircrat. Millender-McDonald, who chaired the House Administration Committee, died last week of cancer.